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56 Improvisation courses

Sunday intermediates 3pm, bookings open now

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By The Guitar Social

Intermediates: Bedroom player to bar room rockstar - where we jam intermediate level songs with the barre chord, scale, improvisation, theory and chord extension learning snuck into the jamming fun An intermediate player can play E type barre chords and perhaps some/all A type positions. You can play a few scales and have been using them either to improvise or play solos, licks and riffs. Your knowledge of the fretboard is good

Sunday  intermediates 3pm, bookings open now
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FREE

Dance Healing Course

By Sofia Amaral Martins

This is a course for everyone: non-dancers, dancers, health professionals, just anyone interested in knowling the benefits of dances at the psychological and neurological level. Part of this will be lecture and part of it will be practical with exercises that really tap and enchance those benefits. You will be able to take those movement techniques with you and apply to your day and practice.

Dance Healing Course
Delivered Online On Demand
£40

Professional piano and keyboard tuition

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By Www.Pianokeyboardtuition.Co.Uk

Whether starting from scratch or beginning again as an adult after regretting giving up at an earlier age (a most common scenario!), I'm confident you will find what you need here to have a most satisfying hobby or interest that can be done at any age and at any time.

Professional piano and keyboard tuition
Delivered In-Person in Kirkcaldy or UK WideFlexible Dates
£13.50 to £22

Screen Acting Essentials

By Actors Studio

Looking refresh and advance your technical screen acting skills? This 5 Day Screen Acting Essentials course held at the World Famous Pinewood Studios has been crafted for those who are committed to improving and developing their knowledge in a practical setting on camera. Over the week you will build camera awareness, understand shot sizes and how they impact performance, hitting marks, script analysis and audition tips. Filming footage throughout the week you will receive immediate feedback from the experienced Directors and see progression to a confidence that can be applied both in self-tapes and on set. Course Outline Screen Acting Essentials Your Week On Camera The course aims to help actors leave feeling prepared and confident in their new skills enabling them to deliver better performances on screen. Day 1: The Technicals Learn and Practice the basic technical skills an actor needs to master to perform successfully in front of the camera. Understand the differences between acting for stage and screen. Topics include: shot sizes, continuity, eye-lines, vocal control, physicality and hitting marks. Day 2: Understanding The Script & Character Development Learn techniques and methods to successfully analyse a script in order to create inspirational and authentic characters. Developing characters you will identify their arc, and find contrast even within a page of script underpinned by voice, diction, physicality and improvisation skills. Day 3: Working on a Film Set To raise your awareness on a film set, you will participate in filming as members of the crew including sound, script supervising and Directing to really understand the challenges of each role and it you should communicate as an actor. You will also film a scene as part of this role-play process. Day 4: Audition Technique Understand how you should prepare for a screen audition. Experience the casting process most commonly in use today and how to avoid the pitfalls of interview ‘overkill’, preparing you for your next audition. Day 5: Lights, Camera, Action Implementing everything you have learned throughout the week, you will film a scene with a crew. Additional Information Features Suitable for anyone (17 yrs+) committed to improving their screen acting skills Learn the art of screen performance Practical and intensive training on camera Attracts a varied age range from 17 yrs + Led by Award-Winning Industry Professionals This course is taught in English so it is important that you have proficient English language skills Learning Outcomes Increase your chances of securing acting roles Improved knowledge and confidence in front of camera Learn rehearsal techniques and processes Develop natural immersive acting skills Experience with a professional crew and Director Course Location Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, SL0 0NH Free parking available at Pinewood Studios Free frequent shuttle bus service from London Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough & Gerrards Cross. Transfer from station to Pinewood Studios – 10 minutes Canteen & Coffee shops on site

Screen Acting Essentials
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£649

Breakthrough Confidence Course - overcome shyness and social anxiety

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By The Sunflower Effect Confidence Courses

Build confidence, overcome shyness and social anxiety to improve your career prospects. Breakthrough is a powerful course which will enable you to break out of your shell – no matter how inhibited or stuck you feel you are and to build an effortless self-confidence. The Breakthrough Course is based on Claire Schrader's experiences of being an introvert and what really worked in getting her out of her shell so she could express herself powerfully in the world. As a result, she has achieved things in her personal and professional life, she never would have dreamed possible. Claire has helped many thousand quiet, shy and introverted people transform their lives through her unique confidence-building system, the Sunflower Effect, since 1997.

Breakthrough Confidence Course - overcome shyness and social anxiety
Delivered In-Person in London
£395

Junior Jazz Dance Class (8 - 11yrs)

By DanceWithUs

Hello future dance stars! Get ready to leap into action with our exciting Junior Jazz Dance Class. This course is exclusively curated for our spirited dancers aged between 8 and 11, who are ready to jazz up their dance skills and truly come alive on the dance floor. Welcome to the world of jazz dance - a world filled with high energy, fun and freedom! Jazz dance is more than just dancing; it's expressing yourself, making new friends, and gaining invaluable skills for life. And we can't wait to embark on this exciting journey with you! Our Junior Jazz Dance Class will take you deeper into the vibrant world of jazz dance. You'll master intricate jazz steps and techniques that form the backbone of this versatile dance style. From the rhythmic "jazz walk" to the mesmerising "pas de bourrée", every week brings a new move to conquer, and our team of dedicated instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. Now, who's ready for some dramatic leaps and spins? We've designed specific segments of the class to focus on these exciting elements of jazz dance. By mastering these leaps and turns, you'll not only be enhancing your dance repertoire, but also boosting your flexibility, coordination and plasticity. And we promise, there's nothing quite as thrilling as nailing that perfect pirouette or executing a flawless leap across the dance floor! But our Junior Jazz Dance Class offers so much more than just dance skills. At the heart of every class, we focus on developing the person as much as the dancer. We believe that dance is a powerful tool for building self-esteem and fostering life skills. Through dance, our juniors learn how to express themselves confidently, collaborate with others, and even overcome challenges with grace. Finding new friends is a delightful side effect of joining our dance family. In our class, every child gets the opportunity to make connections that go beyond the dance floor. We are more than just a class, we are a community of young, enthusiastic dancers supporting each other every leap and turn of the way. And yes, we are committed to making each class an unforgettable experience! We encourage individual creativity and improvisation. This gives our Junior Jazz Dancers the chance to dance their heart out in their unique style and truly shine! So, put on your jazz shoes, young stars! Let's embark on a journey of rhythm, movement, and self-expression in the Junior Jazz Dance Class. We can't wait to see how you'll shine, grow, and, most importantly, enjoy the world of jazz dance. See you on the dance floor! Remember, dance is about self-expression and joy. So, bring your energy, enthusiasm, and let's jazz it up in the Junior Jazz Dance Class!

Junior Jazz Dance Class (8 - 11yrs)
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£13

Dance Healing Classes 8 week

By Sofia Amaral Martins

🕺Are you ready to transform your well-being through the art of dance? Welcome to a unique journey that combines the wisdom of neuroscience and psychology with the healing magic of movement!

Dance Healing Classes 8 week
Delivered OnlineFlexible Dates
£90

The Art of Cinematic Performance

By Actors Studio

With Carolyn Pickles & Sue Dunderdale Introduction Over 5 full days, train with two industry heavyweights leading from the perspective of an Actor and then Director, as you unlock the skills required to develop real and convincing characters that enable engaging and cinematic performances. Through improvisation you will develop a scene to support your work over the week as you progress through a journey of taking a performance from theatre to screen, supported by a range of immersive techniques and critical direction from the tutors. This unique course is designed for drama school graduates, those in training, and professional actors seeking to enhance their skills. Please note that this course is not suitable for beginners. Meet Your Tutors Carolyn Pickles Actress Carolyn Pickles is an English actress of stage and screen with a career spanning over 40 years where she has led on award-winning British Drama including Broadchurch, Vera in addition to films such as Harry Potter. Working with Carolyn will give you the opportunity to tap into her experience and help maximise your chances of securing that next acting role. Sue Dunderdale Director Sue Dunderdale has an impressive background in the world of Theatre, Film and TV Directing. Her commitment to fostering both new talent and working with BAFTA award-winning actors underscores her versatility and dedication to the craft. Having coached and directed acclaimed actors such as Helena Bonham Carter and Clarke Peters, Sue has worked with BAFTA-winning performers, contributing to their success on screen. The Art of Cinematic Performance As the two tutors come together mid-week, Carolyn and Sue will allocate scenes from screenplays for you to work on and film to self-critically view in the pursuit of understanding the process as an actor. In the final two days, whilst rehearsing the scenes, Sue will focus on the life within the character that creates the tension/conflict in the scene. Discovering with you that it is important to know the lines of the scene so well that they can become the least part of the work. It is what lies beneath the lines that creates the quality of the performance and makes for interest on camera. Over the 5 Days you will learn the importance of sub-text, and how it supports the written text. Through intricate analysis and breakdowns, life experience, knowledge and exterior impacts will be explored to inject life into scenes and enable real thoughts and emotions in a character. These techniques can be applied in any role, big or small and enhance your capabilities in an actor when asked to self-tape or audition, giving you a more dynamic skillset often looked for by Casting Directors. With a focus on screen, all footage filmed during the week will be available after completion for your future development.  Additional Information Features 5 Day Intensive Practical course Suitable if you are (17 yrs+) and a training actor, drama school graduate or professional actor Not suitable for Beginners – see our Crash Course Beginners and 1 Day Screen Acting Workshop Attracts a varied age range from 17 yrs+. International Students Welcome The course is taught in English, so it is important that you have proficient English language skills Small Class Size Held at Pinewood Studios Learning Outcomes Learn the Differences from Stage to Screen Script Analysis from an Actor and Director Perspective Stand Out on Screen and in Auditions Bring life to your performance on Stage and Screen Learn the ingredients of building a successful acting career Course Location Actors Studio, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Road, Iver Heath, SL0 0NH Free parking available on site Free shuttle bus service from Uxbridge Tube Station, Slough and Gerrards Cross Canteen and Coffee shops on Site Excellent transport links from London

The Art of Cinematic Performance
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£620

Acting for Film 4 Day Intensive

By Actors Studio

With A-List Acting Coach Mel Churcher Introduction Work directly with World Renowned Acting, Voice and Dialect Coach, Mel Churcher on this highly practical 4 day training course. With over 35 years’ experience and an extensive credits list, Mel has worked with some of the biggest names in Showbusiness, training actors and working closely with Directors on a range of International Film and TV projects. Meet Your Tutor Mel Churcher A-Lister Coach Mel Churcher is one of the Worlds top Acting and Dialogue Coaches in Film and TV. Mel has coached actors such as Daisy Edgar-Jones (War of the Worlds), Michelle Yeoh (The Lady), Daniel Craig & Angelina Jolie (Lara Croft: Tomb Raider), Jet Li (Unleashed), Keira Knightley (The Hole, King Arthur), Henry Cavill (The Count of Monte Cristo), Sam Riley (Control). She has worked in the Voice Department of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre (where she was Head of Voice and Text for twelve years), Shakespeare’s Globe, The Young Vic, Manchester Royal Exchange, Birmingham Repertory Theatre and the Royal Court Theatre in London. Mel has published several globally successful books on screen acting. Mel's Work Course Outline Mel takes a holistic approach over 4 full days of in-person process, taking students through the step by step process of creating, developing and delivering assured on screen performances using a physical approach to fuse the actor and the role. This allows you to find freedom and life in your screen performance, put to the test as you film throughout the course. Day 1 Mel will look at you, your unique life, your shining eyes on screen and see how you can use your energy within the specifics of the role – so that your work is alive and truthful. You’ll look at the differences between our essential selves and learnt text. (Everyone will have a solo session on-screen with Mel.) Day 2 Filming will continue alongside tips and games on camera. You will work extensively on scenes. Day 3 You’ll look at rehearsal techniques and strategies to build a life for screen including breathing work, improvisation, psychological gestures, physical metaphor and Mel’s Elemental metaphors. Day 4 You will complete the scene work and summarise your new skills under Mel’s guidance then with a chance to ask Mel any personal questions about your skills and career.  Additional Information Features Work closely with A-List Acting Coach Mel Churcher Film scenes for future development Designed to enhance your screen acting skills Suitable if you are (17 yrs+) with some previous acting training or a professional actor Attracts a varied age range from 17 yrs+. International Students Welcome The course is taught in English, so it is important that you have proficient English language skills Small Class Size Learning Outcomes Build convincing characters Develop a holistic approach you can bring to set Learn to bring truth and life to every take Course Location Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond St, London NW1 3FE Nearest Tube Stations: Warren Street (5 mins): Northern & Victoria lines Euston Square (5 mins): Circle, Hammersmith & Metropolitan lines Great Portland Street (5 mins): Circle, Hammersmith & Metropolitan lines Euston inc National Rail (10 mins): Northern & Victoria line.

Acting for Film 4 Day Intensive
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£650

IELTS Exam Preparation Course

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By John Academy

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Description An excellent score is the result of excellent preparation, that can only be accomplished through expert training. There are many online study courses, so why choose us? If you are struggling to revise for your IELTS exam, this ELTS Exam Preparation Course will help you to achieve that top score. In this course, you will be learning from industry experts who have specially curated this course to help you excel in your exam. This IELTS exam training course incorporates some unique tactics based on four necessary skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking) with practice exercises at the end of each module. This English language testing system course will assist you in how to achieve a top score by adopting crucial techniques such as improvisation and brainstorming. You will also improve your lexical skills and sentence structure. Throughout this course, you will increase fluency in speaking proper English, and you will become more confident in your reading ability. This IELTS test exam is ideal for anyone who requires preparation lessons to improve their academic and general knowledge of English. Assessment: This course does not involve any MCQ test. Students need to answer assignment questions to complete the course, the answers will be in the form of written work in pdf or word. Students can write the answers in their own time. Once the answers are submitted, the instructor will check and assess the work. Certification: After completing and passing the course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. Who is this Course for? IELTS Exam Preparation Course is certified by CPD Qualifications Standards and CiQ. This makes it perfect for anyone trying to learn potential professional skills. As there is no experience and qualification required for this course, it is available for all students from any academic background. Requirements Our IELTS Exam Preparation Course is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation. Career Path After completing this course you will be able to build up accurate knowledge and skills with proper confidence to enrich yourself and brighten up your career in the relevant job market.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] Introduction Academic VS General IELTS FREE 00:04:00 How the IELTS Exam is corrected 00:05:00 Listening Listening Introduction 00:06:00 Listening Section 1 00:06:00 Listening Section 2 Maps 00:06:00 Listening Matching 00:06:00 Listening Section 3 Multiple Choice 00:08:00 Listening Section 4 00:05:00 Listening Sentence Completion 00:06:00 Reading Reading Section Introduction 00:07:00 Reading Survey a Passage 00:06:00 Reading Completion 00:14:00 Reading Matching Headings 00:07:00 Reading T/F/NG 00:09:00 Reading Multiple Questions 00:08:00 Writing Writing Marking Criteria 00:12:00 Writing Introduction 00:09:00 Writing Intoducation Paragraph 00:06:00 Writing Body Parargagraph 00:07:00 Writing Conclusion Paragraph 00:03:00 Developing an Argument 00:07:00 Irrelvant Information 00:05:00 Appropriate Style and Tone 00:08:00 Two Questions Essay 00:08:00 Writing Opinion 00:07:00 Writing Discussion 00:09:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00

IELTS Exam Preparation Course
Delivered Online On Demand3 hours 4 minutes
£18